Lucy Palmer
Warm person-centred counsellor in Scotland
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About Lucy
Lucy Palmer is a counsellor working in Scotland who welcomes new people warmly. She introduces a calm, non-judgemental presence and aims to make first steps into counselling easier to take. Lucy uses a person-centred approach that keeps the therapeutic relationship at the heart of sessions.
She draws on a mix of styles to match each person’s needs and prefers to adapt to what helps someone most. Sessions focus on listening, building understanding, and helping people reconnect with their own strengths.
Background and approach
She has three years of counselling experience that include roles as a listening service volunteer and an online peer supporter. Lucy holds a Higher National Diploma in Counselling and is a member of the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. People come to Lucy for a wide range of concerns.
Common issues she works with include stress, anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem, identity and LGBT matters, relationship difficulties, addiction, parenting strain and sleep or eating problems. She also offers support for long-term physical health challenges and caregiving stress. Lucy offers live sessions on Tuesdays by video call, telephone, and messaging.
International clients are not currently accepted. To start, readers are asked to use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire before arranging a session.
At a glance
- Years practising
- 3
- Registered with
- BACP
- Registration number
- 403332
- Languages
- English
- Approaches include
- Client-Centered Therapy
- How sessions happen
- Online, by video, phone or messages
Details are as listed on Lucy's public professional profile. You can check any number with the professional body.
What Lucy works with
Everything Lucy lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- LGBT
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Depression
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Eating disorders
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Coping with life changes
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Avoidant personality
- Blended family issues
- Body image
- Cancer
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Divorce and separation
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Eating and food-related issues
- Emptiness
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- Fertility issues
- Forgiveness
- Gender dysphoria
- Guilt and shame
- Hoarding
- Impulsivity
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Phobias
- Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-love
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Trichotillomania
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Lucy lists
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How Lucy works online
She also integrates ideas from a range of counselling styles to fit individual needs. That flexible approach allows sessions to be shaped around a person's goals, whether they want shorter practical check-ins or deeper reflective work. Finding the right approach is collaborative and Lucy will discuss what feels most helpful as you go.
Lucy offers live sessions by video call, telephone and messaging. If you want to know which session types will work best for you, confirm the current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit counselling into a busy week, allow a shorter check-in during a lunch break, or provide a quieter conversation without travel. Registered or accredited professionals can adapt their style to suit your goals and practical needs.
Questions and answers
What concerns does Lucy help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem and LGBT issues, among other concerns listed in her specialities.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Lucy uses a person-centred approach and adapts methods to suit each person, focusing on listening and building a trusting relationship.
What experience does she bring?
She has three years of counselling experience, including roles as a listening service volunteer and an online peer supporter.
What credentials and location are listed?
Lucy holds a Higher National Diploma in Counselling and is registered with the BACP. She practises in Scotland, United Kingdom.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are offered?
She provides live sessions by video call, telephone and messaging; confirm specific session options before booking.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, then schedule a session according to her availability.
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